Tuna With Tomato-Basil Sauce (Tonno Alla Livornese)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Tuna With Tomato-Basil Sauce (Tonno Alla Livornese) is a healthy and delicious seafood recipe
in Seafood

Prep

25 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion , thinly sliced
1/4 cup celery , chopped
1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley , finely chopped
1 garlic clove , chopped
1 1/2 lbs ripe plum tomatoes , peeled , coarsely chopped
1 bay leaf
1 cup fresh basil , torn into bite-size pieces
4 tuna steaks ( bout 1 inch thick )
fresh basil sprig

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
322
Sugar
7g
Fat
16g
Tuna With Tomato-Basil Sauce (Tonno Alla Livornese) is a simple yet elegant Italian dish. The combination of tuna and tomato-basil sauce creates a harmonious flavor that enhances the natural taste of the fish. Using fresh Italian ingredients and herbs, this recipe is simple and delicious. The tomato-basil sauce is a healthy condiment packed with flavors that complement the tuna. It’s an excellent way to enjoy fresh seafood while adding nutrients into your daily diet.

Instructions

1.Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, parsley and garlic and sauté until onion is translucent.
2.Add plum tomatoes with juice and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper. Turn heat to high and cook until the tomatoes thicken up.
3.Lower the heat to medium, and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes.
4.Add fresh basil and stir.
5.Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
6.Season Tuna steaks with salt and pepper. Add tuna to skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 3 minutes per side.
7.Transfer tuna to plates.
8.Top the Tuna steaks with tomato-basil sauce and garnish with fresh basil sprig.

PROS

Rich in nutrients and omega-3 fatty acids, tuna is a great source of protein that promotes muscle growth and repair.

The tomato-basil sauce is low in calories and packed with vitamin C and K, supporting healthy immune and bone systems respectively.

CONS

Tuna might contain high levels of mercury, a toxic heavy metal.
It is important to choose a tuna that is low in mercury and eat it in moderation.

The recipe requires a little time and effort to prepare.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tuna is packed with healthy nutrients. It contains many different nutrients, including protein, niacin, vitamin B12, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin D. Omega-3 fatty acids can help regulate blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease.

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